In the Community
Empowering smiles
With the help of a $120,000 grant from the Metrocrest Hospital Authority, Texas A&M School of Dentistry will open two new oral health programs in Farmers Branch and Carrollton this fall. Read More
Miles for Smiles sets fundraising record
More than $20,000 was raised at the 2024 Miles for Smiles, setting a new record for the annual collaborative fundraiser between Texas A&M School of Dentistry and the UT Dallas Pre-Dental Association. Read More
Dental hygiene program represented at career fair
Representatives of Texas A&M School of Dentistry’s dental hygiene program attended a career fair at St. Philip and St. Augustine Catholic Academy. Read More
School continues longstanding toy drive tradition
Texas A&M School of Dentistry again joined the annual toy drive benefiting Community Partners of Dallas, fulfilling holiday wishes for more than 80 children in the foster care system. Read More
Fall sealant program sports new look
Texas A&M School of Dentistry’s sealant program kicked off the fall semester with a fresh, new look. The program is now supported by a new van with an eye-catching wrap. Read More
Crystal Charity Ball presents school with $1.6M
The Crystal Charity Ball presented Baylor Oral Health Foundation and Texas A&M School of Dentistry with $1.6 million, helping ensure a special care clinic will open on campus later this year. Read More
Miles for Smiles raises $16,000
With a turnout of almost 100 people, and numerous donations from people and organizations across Dallas, this year’s Miles for Smiles event raised more than $16,000 to provide dental care to patients in need. Read More
City council boosts funding for senior care
Dallas City Council recently agreed to continue its partnership with Texas A&M School of Dentistry, funding dental care for eligible senior citizens. Read More
Miles for Smiles April 1
It’s no April Fool’s joke! The 2023 Miles for Smiles event is Saturday, April 1, at Exall Park. In addition to the traditional partnership between Texas A&M School of Dentistry and UT Dallas, this year’s walk-a-thon will also feature an Easter egg hunt hosted by Dallas Parks & Recreation. Read More
Dental health clinics return after two-year hiatus
After a two-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Texas A&M School of Dentistry restarted its screening clinics at Dallas County elementary schools. Read More